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0 The government of Indonesia has signalled its intention to establish renewable energy plants in Ghana, with a proposed production capacity ranging from 500 to 2,000 megawatts (MW).
This ambitious initiative seeks to strengthen Ghana’s energy sector by boosting production capacity and promoting a sustainable and reliable power supply.
The Honorary Consul of the Republic of Indonesia to Ghana, Paskal A.B. Rois, disclosed this during a courtesy visit to the Minister for Energy, John Abdulai Jinapor, at the Ministry of Energy in Accra.
He further revealed plans to develop a state-of-the-art oil refinery in Ghana to enhance local oil processing capacity. In addition, Indonesia reaffirmed its continued interest in acquiring oil blocks within Ghana’s upstream petroleum sector—an initiative poised to deepen bilateral energy cooperation.
Highlighting innovative solutions, Mr Rois shared Indonesia’s development of a new water-based renewable energy technology. “It is a system designed to be reused efficiently over long periods in generating electricity,” he explained.
Indonesia also expressed readiness to supply solar power plants and affordable solar-powered street lighting systems to Ghana, reinforcing its commitment to green energy transitions.
Mr Rois underscored Indonesia’s long-standing diplomatic and economic ties with Ghana, a partnership that dates back to the post-independence era of both nations. He emphasised the importance of deepening this historical bond, particularly through energy-sector collaboration.
He also outlined broader trade and investment opportunities and introduced capacity-building initiatives, such as the KNB Scholarship and other training programmes, which would benefit both the Energy Ministry and the constituents in the Minister’s jurisdiction.
“I affirm Indonesia’s readiness to support Ghana across all fronts, with a particular focus on energy cooperation,” he stated.
In response, Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor welcomed the proposals and expressed appreciation for the efforts of the Indonesian Honorary Consul. He affirmed Ghana’s interest in pursuing partnerships in renewable energy, education scholarships, and enhancing local oil refinery capabilities.
Mr Jinapor assured of his full collaboration in realising the proposed projects, noting that their success would significantly contribute to the development of Ghana’s energy infrastructure.
Also present at the high-level meeting were the Ministry’s Chief Director, Solomon Adjetey; Director of PPBME, Isaac Nyarko Biney; and Secretary to the Honorary Consul, Vanessa Gifty Howusu.
This diplomatic engagement marks a renewed phase in Ghana–Indonesia relations, with promising developments on the horizon in sustainable energy and economic cooperation.
